PhD Fellowship in Public Safety, Underground Applications, and Spatial Analysis
Join a multidisciplinary research team at the University of Stavanger to advance sustainable underground urban planning and spatial analysis.
Best for:Best for candidates with a strong background in GIS, urban planning, or risk management and an interest in sustainable urban infrastructure.
Overview
The University of Stavanger invites applications for two PhD fellowships within the Faculty of Science and Technology, specifically at the Department of Safety, Economics, and Planning. These positions are affiliated with the Research Centre for Innovative and Sustainable Underground Use (CISU), a national centre for research-driven innovation. Successful candidates will conduct research on mapping and analyzing underground infrastructure in Norwegian pilot cities, utilizing geographic information science and spatial technologies. The role involves close collaboration with municipal partners and interdisciplinary teams to address urban densification and climate resilience. Applicants are expected to develop an independent research project that contributes to the centre's broader goals of sustainable urban development.
What you'll do
- Conduct systematic mapping and analysis of underground infrastructure in pilot cities using GIS.
- Develop and integrate spatial data, including geological information and critical societal functions.
- Participate in co-creation arenas with industry and public sector partners within the CISU framework.
- Collaborate with other PhD fellows on comparative urban analyses and knowledge transfer.
- Prepare and defend a doctoral thesis based on an independent research project.
- Contribute to the dissemination of research findings through academic and public channels.
Requirements
Degree required: Five-year master's degree in Geographic Information, Risk Management, Societal Safety, Urban Planning, or a related field.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, or equivalent.
Instruction: English
- Strong academic record with a grade of B or better in master's thesis and weighted average.
- Proficiency in GIS tools and software.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in interdisciplinary teams.
- Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
- Eligibility to obtain security clearance at the RESTRICTED (BEGRENSET) level.
- Must hold a five-year master's degree or equivalent.
- Must be able to obtain security clearance at the RESTRICTED (BEGRENSET) level per the Norwegian Security Act.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-18
Interested candidates must submit a project proposal (maximum 2 pages) outlining the research problem, theoretical background, and methodology. Applications should be submitted through the official university portal. Ensure all academic transcripts and proof of English proficiency are included.
- Project proposal
- CV
- Master's degree transcripts
- English language test results
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